Hospital Pharmacy Technician - Tauranga

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

We have a role for a capable full-time pharmacy technician to provide a pharmacy service to the patients of our Tauranga site, serving a large population in a rapidly growing city. 

Our experienced pharmacy team are managing a growing service. We can support your development across multiple aspects of hospital pharmacy practice.  Speciality areas include; oncology, clinical trials, mental health and ward-based technician/pharmacist teams.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity. 

He korero mōu - About You

The successful applicant will be a team player, with a passion for hospital pharmacy and have excellent communication skills.  You will be patient focused and enjoy sharing your knowledge with others.

Participation in our weekend roster is an expectation. 

Mō Tātou – About Us

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  We serve a population of approximately 347,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki.  Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits 

• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Become part of an experienced progressive Pharmacy Service
• In-house professional development
• Free onsite parking

Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.  For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat please contact carol.robinson@bopdhb.govt.nz or rachel.dunn@bopdhb.govt.nz

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.